Salt River Project

Airplane Pilot

Salt River Project • $100K — $120K *
Mesa, AZ 85204In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3,000 hours fixed-wing Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time.
  • At least 1,500 hours of multi-engine flying experience.
  • A valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate is required.
  • Valid type rating for Cessna 500 series preferred.
  • Ability to maintain an FAA Class II flight physical.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for SRP's fixed-wing aircraft.
  • Conduct missions including corporate travel and parts transport.
  • Operate in complex airspace including the Phoenix metro area.
  • Safely manage operations in high-density altitude and IFR conditions.
  • Perform cross-country flights and execute short-field takeoffs and landings.
  • Communicate safety procedures and flight details to passengers.
  • Support flight department success with additional non-flying duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment allowing telework up to three days per week for suitable roles.
  • Flexibility in working schedules including overtime opportunities.
  • Opportunity to engage in off-site recurrent training.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 20550

Summary

The Airplane Pilot at SRP provides exceptional fixed-wing flight operations expertise. Responsible for professional flight operations and supporting non-flying duties essential to the flight department's success. This role requires extensive flight operations experience and the ability to quickly acquire new aviation skills.

What You'll Do

  • Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for SRP's fixed-wing aircraft, including a Cessna Citation 560 series airplane.
  • Conduct a variety of missions, including parts transport, corporate/VIP travel, and crew shuttles.
  • Operate in complex airspace (Phoenix metro area), throughout the U.S., and occasionally in Mexico.
  • Operate safely in high-density altitude environments and in day/night IFR conditions.
  • Perform cross-country flights, including overnight trips, as needed.
  • Execute short-field takeoffs and landings.
  • Ground handle, load, and refuel aircraft as required.
  • Communicate with passengers regarding safety procedures and flight details.
  • Perform additional job-related non-flying duties as assigned to support overall flight department success.


Education

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience

  • Minimum 3,000 hours fixed-wing PIC time, including:
    • 1,500 hours multi-engine
    • 1,000 hours turbine
    • 100 hours in make/model (or as required by insurance)
  • Valid ATP certificate required.
  • Valid type rating for Cessna 500 series (preferred)


Additional Requirements and Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound, independent judgment and self-dispatch authority in alignment with SRP Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Proven capability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse SRP teams, including union trade personnel, engineers, environmental stakeholders, and corporate executives.
  • Availability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and non-standard hours.
  • Ability to maintain an FAA Class II flight physical and a lifestyle that supports safe flight operations.
  • Strong safety judgment, including the ability to cancel, delay, or modify flights when safe outcomes cannot be assured, and clearly communicate these decisions while supporting alternate planning efforts.
  • Maintain proficiency in required IT systems, including SRP-designated software, computers, and related equipment.
  • Completion of required ground school and simulator training relevant to SRP's fixed-wing aircraft within the past 12 months.
  • Routinely operate from hot, high-altitude airports with up to 20-30 knot crosswinds, using 80% to 100% of runway takeoff distance.
  • Ability to perform all required flight planning, including crew rest and customs requirements.
  • Prepare aircraft for flight, including cleaning and catering setup.
  • Participate in off-site recurrent training and complete all required corporate training.
  • Fulltime Pilots must be available to report to Falcon Field within 45 minutes of notice, as needed.


Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

About Salt River Project

Salt River Project (SRP) is a community-based, not-for-profit public power utility and water provider. SRP provides electricity to more than 1 million retail customers in the Phoenix metropolitan area and is the largest provider of power to the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. SRP also provides water to more than 2 million people in central Arizona. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. SRP is governed by a publicly elected board of directors and is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy and water services to its customers.
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Founded
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